Tape Recorder Wheels and Pressure Rollers



Tape recorder idler / drive wheels and pressure rollers (also called pinch rollers) are available as new old stock or rebuilt with new rubber at the driving surface for most 1950’s through 1970’s branded equipment.

Wheels and Pressure Rollers - Some require mail in of old part before replacement ships!

Use one of the search methods below and click Go. On the next page, click on part picture for details and price. Replacement may look somewhat different than original so compare based on measurements given. If you don't find what you need, we can custom rebuild your old part.

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Wheels and pressure rollers - please read the following:

    • Are in stock for fast shipment to you unless noted on listing page. Some require mail in of the old part to process the order, as indicated in the item description.

Old drive wheel or pressure roller should be shipped in a small box to prevent damage. After you purchase your replacement by selecting either payment option during checkout, the confirmation email you get back will have our address where to mail the old part.

If you do not have the old part, and it is required to be mailed in, Contact Us before ordering.

    • Can be custom rebuilt if the part you need is not shown, Contact Us for order information.

    • Will be shipped as rebuilt wheels or pressure rollers from stock with new rubber at the driving surface, or good new old stock, as available.

We have idler wheels, drive wheels and pressure rollers for popular brands including Voice of Music, Ampex, GE, Motorola, Pentron, Philco, RCA, Roberts, Sony, Tandberg, Telectro, Webcor, Wollensak, and others.

If you are not sure what idler / drive wheel or pressure roller you need, first click on Tape Recorder Wheel and Roller Help! for identification information and then Contact Us with details. We are at your service!


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